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Symphony of Stones

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Symphony of Stones

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    July 25, 2022

    Hiking

    The hexagonal basalt columns protrude up to 300 m out of the canyon like huge organ pipes. They were created by the meeting of fire and water.
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    September 19, 2023

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    The monument is made up of huge symmetrical hexagonal and pentagonal basalt columns (almost 50 meters high), which appear to be handcrafted due to their extraordinary symmetry. These wonderful rocks were formed under high pressure conditions due to the cooling and crystallization of volcanic lava.
    These stones suspended against gravity resemble an organ, which explains why it is also called the “Basalt Organ”.
    The soundtrack is provided by the river that flows through the gorge and fills the splendor of the stone with the sound of water.
    Source: tourismconnection.it/en/armenia-la-sinfonia-delle-pietre/#:~:text=The%20monument%20is%20made%20up,and%20crystallization%20of%20volcanic%20lava.

    May 1, 2024

    Hiking

    The geological formation is incredible. The path is next to the basalt wall, it will be safe until a rock falls on someone's head. Today, entry was 300 drams. The …
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    1. Symphony of Stones – Symphony of Stones loop from Garni

    5.98km

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    200m

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 1,340 m

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